Christy: "Alright. Do not hold back. Let me see what you got. In fact, if you impress me, I just might have a little surprise for you."

We were standing outside, 10 feet apart about to spar for a bit. I was relieved for this after that awkward as hell breakfast. I was still pissed at my system though. I took a breath and readied myself. I pulled out my staff from the inventory and held it in the middle with my right. I looked at Christy and nodded. I cast mana bomb with lightning and launched at her in a straight line, no arch. It sped toward her. She cast a light element barrier around herself. the bomb struck, expanded and exploded. Earth, lightning, and dust immediately invaded the area. After it all cleared up. He barrier was cracked a bit but that was about it. She had small gri on her face.

Christy: "Decent attack, but you are gonna have to do better than that to impress me. I know you have more than that. Show them to me."

OK fine. I grinned and cast another bomb but this one with the darkness element. I launched it just as she cast another barrier. it hit again, but this time, there was a different outcome. Her barrier shattered and she was hit with it. She slid back about a dozen feet before she stopped. She wasn't harmed though. However, her body showed a bit black enshrouding her. She was de-buffed for 10% of attributes. She had a surprised look on her face. before she could say anything though, I grinned and cast domain with the dark element. I used enough mana to encase both me and her. She was once again de-buffed, another 10% decrease in her stats. I heard the ding of the notification signifying I created a sub-skill of the domain skill. I ignored it for now and gave her a cocky grin. This was satisfying, letting myself vent for the frustration and teasing I got from breakfast. At this point, she had a serious look on her face. I didn't waste anytime though and cast Gatling and bullet. Despite the attack speed of the skills, and the 20% decrease in her strength, she was still able to dodge, although with difficulty. She kept escaping by the skin of her teeth, leaving no room to counter. Seeing this, I started running toward her while casting bullet. She noticed this and grit her teeth. With a closer distance, she was not able to dodge in time anymore and she knew it. She cast a barrier again and stood her ground. She also used more mana in the skill, causing it to be more durable. The bullets just hit it and disappeared, leaving no damage. I then switched to dark bullets. The shield, after being hit with them, started to weaken quickly. Seeing that, she raised her arm, palm out and launched a laser of light. Yes, that's right, a fucking god dam laser.

The beam was so damn fast that I couldn't dodge or react. the beam hit me square in the chest. I was launched through the air backwards, landing about 20 feet away. Holy Fuck! I took a look at the damage and even with my decent defense, it still dealt over 100 points of damage. What made me awe was that I knew she was holding back. Of course she was, she was way stronger, a B-rank. I coughed a few times before I slowly sat up, shaking my head. I knew this spar was over, so I recalled the Gatling skill and domain. I used all my tricks for the most part. I laid down again afterwards. a few seconds later she appeared over me, with her legs on either side of my hips.

Christy: "Well, well well. Aren't you full of surprises. You are good, especially with the two skills to weaken me. Smart. So, therefore, i will give you a surprise so you can keep working hard. maybe one of these you can defeat me."

She then sat down, her ass on my groin area. Auggie junior stirred. She grinned, and leaned her upper body down so that her face was above mine and I felt her chest press up against mine. her elbows were on the ground supporting her so that most of her weight wasn't on me. A.J stirred even more. I turned red in the face and started to struggle out of nervousness, but she quickly grabbed both my arms and held them against the ground. her full weight was now pressing on top of me. My breathing became a bit heavier, not from her weight though. I was pretty strong, so she felt light to me. Before I could stutter and try to say something, she pressed her thin, juicy lips against mine. My god, they were so soft. I was stunned and stopped struggling. I felt her grin again before her tongue pried my lips open and invade my mouth. It danced around mine in a playful manner. I was so surprised and engrossed in this warm feeling, that I forgot to breath. Thankfully, after what felt like an hour, but what was really 10 seconds, she pulled away and gave me a wink. as I was trying to catch my breath, she spoke, with her face just inches above mine.

Christy: "Enjoy that did you? Maybe, if you impress me even more, I will give you some more surprises. Also, make sure you don't forget to breath next time."

She chuckled and stood up. She held out a hand for me. I was still in a stupor over what just happened that it took a few seconds to see and grab it. She hoisted me to my feet and we stood there looking at each other. I quickly turned away to hide A.J who was at full attention. She laughed, making my ears swim in a sweet melody for a couple seconds.

Christy: "So, handsome, shall we go on our date?"

I turned back around and gave her the best smile I could manage while trying to hide my embarrassment.

Me: "Yes. Just let me shower and get changed and then we will go."

I was about to dash towards the house to get ready when I heard the sound of horses and a carriage from the road coming this way. Wanting to see what it was, Christy and I went over. Great. It was the King and his entourage. Looks like, they were visiting about the quest the guild master gave me. I knew that they might come but didn't expect them to come so fast.

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At the front of the royal lineup, was two columns of guards, 10 in each, riding on black stallions, and clad fully in silver armor. Behind them was an extravagant carriage pulled by 2 majestic white stallions while a butler in a black armor was at the reigns. The entourage stopped on the road in front of the house. We approached and stopped about 20 feet away. the guards on the horses dismounted and approached the side of the carriage. they formed a line on either side of the carriage door facing each other. The guard closest to the carriage, and on the right side of the door opened it. A second later, a tall man wrapped in golden and silver robes with a large gold crown on his head stepped out. he looked to be in his mid-forties with brown hair that was cut short. The guards all took a knee and saluted him. Christy and I did the same. that was the king of the country.

King: "All rise. I can't have the hero of the city bow before me now can I"

We all rose. The king took a few steps before he stopped and turned back around toward the carriage, seemingly to wait for something. Turns out, he was waiting on his daughter. A girl, with flawless whit skin, light brown hair, and aquamarine eyes stepped out. She was around my age, maybe a bit older from the looks of it. She came to the side of the king, and the two of them walked towards me and Christy. When they were about 2 two feet away, they stopped and smiled.

King: "Good day young Aug Ulrich and Christy Hugh. As you surely already know, I am King John Alpid and this is my daughter Aqua. I am here to discuss a few things with you, Aug. I assume that guild master Hugh has already told you that I might visit?"

Me: "Yes, your majesty although, I thought it wouldn't be this soon."

King Alpid: "HAHA! I understand. However with the crisis that he explained to me in that crystal, I would be a fool not to. As you have already discovered and discussed with he guild master, this city, maybe the world, is in a precarious situation. This is why I am here. I would like to personally ask you to help me, and the people of this city to overcome this threat. The guild master has already told me what you have done as well as the skill you have that was able to eliminate the chaos temporarily. if you can help, then I will be at peace knowing that our city has a chance to over come this. So, would you please help? I, King Alpid, swear under heaven to help and aid you in anyway I can to accomplish this."

I was stunned silly for a second. What the hell? The king himself is asking for help from a nobody like me?

Me: "There is no need to do that your majesty. I was already going to help with all my power. I can't stand buy and watch as the city I have lived in all my life crumble under this kind of darkness. I, with the limited ability I have will eliminate this threat. you have my word your majesty."

King Alpid: "HAHAHA! Thank you young Aug. It is a relief you said this. My city has a chance with your help. And please, do not be so modest. The guild master told me all about you and I have already seen a few of your abilities and your power. Already a D-rank after only a week or so since your awakening. you will surely be a powerhouse in the future for this city. So, to thank you for your help, as well as help you in your quest, I have prepared a couple things for you. first, I hereby confer your family a title of nobility. You and your parents will be 5th ranked nobles and will be given a monthly income of 50,000 gold. We will upgrade your house and provide you with a suitable environment for you all to live and train in. As for the second thing, Aqua my dear, could you please pull it out and give it to him?

The young girl nodded and pulled an object out from her space ring. it was a staff. I really exquisite staff. It was about 6 feet long, gold and silver with a whit gem at the top. it looked awesome. She then stepped forward held it out for me. I looked at the king with a look that asked for me? he nodded so I took it and thanked her.

Aqua: "Your welcome, young master Ulrich. This staff is a unique item. We had it forged right after we got word from the guild master about you and the situation. The staff is unique in the sense that is a growth type item. Once you bind yourself to it, its power will grow along with you. You will never be able to lose it and you can store it in your soul. We are giving it to you to thank you for your help in protecting this city."

I looked at the girl who had the face of an angel.

Me: "Thank you to your majesty and to you princess. I am not sure how I can repay you for your generosity. But I swear I will use this staff to save our city."

King Alpid: "Thank you, young master Aug. However, I would like to request one more thing from you. Don't worry it's a small request."

Me: "Of course your majesty. This staff is invaluable. I will do anything your majesty asks of me."

King Alpid: Could you take my daughters with you on your quest. She has rarely left the castle and doesn't have any friends. Plus, she awakened several months ago with a lightning, wind, and fire ability, but because of my over protectiveness, she hasn't been able to get experience and grow in power. this is my fault. after hearing about the situation and about you she begged me to help. Because I heard about you, I relented and approved. I hoped that you would help and protect her. Are you willing to help her?"

I was stunned. he was willing to let his daughter go and fight in the dungeons? It was dangerous. I looked at Aqua and noticed she had a determined and hopeful expression. Damn. No friends while being isolated from people her age. I felt sorry for such a sweet looking woman.

Me: "It would be my honor to look after her while during the quest your majesty."

King Alpid: "Thank you. from what i have been told, your next trip to the dungeon will be on Friday. Aqua will meet you at the guild at the specified time. If you ever need anything, just head to the castle. the guards will be notified to lead you straight to me or you van inform the guild master and he will inform me via a crystal. Now that business here is done, it is time for us to depart. We have more matters to attend to. Once again, thank you."

Me: "Your welcome your majesty."

He nodded and turned and headed to the carriage.

Aqua: "Thanks again young master. I look forward to Friday and helping you save our city. i will do all that I can to be of use to you."

Before I could say anything, she bowed and headed back towards the carriage. before she entered, she took one last look at me and smiled. What a brave girl.